Barbecue Chicken

Recipe courtesy The Neelys

Show: Down Home with the NeelysEpisode: The Man Can Cook

Rated: 5 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (57)

RECIPE
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Cook Time:
1 hr 10 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
6 to 8 servings

Times:

Prep: 10 min
Inactive Prep: 8 hr 30 min
Cook: 1 hr 10 min
Total:: 9 hr 50 min

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Ingredients

2 chickens (or 4 whole bone-in chicken breasts) halved lengthwise
1 1/2 cups Italian dressing, recipe follows
1/4 cup Neelys Barbecue Seasoning, recipe follows
1 cup Neelys Barbecue Sauce, recipe follows

Directions

Rinse chicken halves in cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Place chicken in a large bowl or baking dish, coat with Italian dressing and evenly season with Neelys seasoning. For best results, allow the chicken to marinate in the refrigerator overnight.

If Cooking Inside:

Take the chicken out of the refrigerator and brush chicken with Neelys Barbeque Sauce.

Place into a preheated 350 degree F oven for 45 minutes.

If Grilling Outside:

Thirty minutes before you're ready to cook, take the chicken out of the refrigerator and allow it to come to room temperature. Preheat the grill to a medium temperature, about 275 degrees F preferably over hickory and charcoal.

Place the chicken halves on grill, meat side down. Cover grill and cook for about 50 minutes. Flip chicken over and let it brown until the chicken becomes golden, about 15 to 20 minutes. The wing and the drumstick should become very tender and will easily pull away at the joints. Brush the chicken with Neelys Barbecue sauce during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Neely Italian Dressing:

2 tablespoons ground mustard
2 garlic cloves, smashed
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons Neelys Barbecue Seasoning
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1 cup canola oil
Salt and pepper

Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl, except the oil and salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in the oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Yield: 1 1/2 cups

Neelys BBQ Seasoning:

1 1/2 cups paprika
3/4 cup sugar
3 3/4 tablespoons onion powder

Add all ingredients to a bowl and stir until combined. Keep in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

Neelys BBQ Sauce

2 cups ketchup
1 cup water
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
5 tablespoons light brown sugar
5 tablespoons sugar
1/2 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 tablespoon onion powder
1/2 tablespoon ground mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer. Cook uncovered, stirring frequently, for 1 hour 15 minutes.

Yield: 3 1/2 cups

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Michelle Woodbury, MN 02-04-2010
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Utterly Amazing BBQ Sauce!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I'm sad we can only vote up to 5 stars! This sauce is absolutely amazing. I didn't have enough BBQ sauce in the fridge... tonight but knew I could find a Neely's recipe to get me out of my dinner problem. My husband was drawn to the kitchen because it smelled so good while it simmered. Listen to the other posts ... make lots because you'll want MORE to use on all things BBQ!!!Read more
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Lynn Pearl Harbor Street, CT 01-21-2010
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best bbq sauce I have ever made
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This is so good. I have made extra bbq sauce and have been dipping everything in it.
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bettyna beachwood , OH 10-21-2009
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I finally have a chicken recipe that I can be proud to serve.
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I'm an okay cook but I have never really done well with chicken. I was pleased, as was my husband, to find that this recipe... made my chicken sing. thank you for another great recipe and most especially thank you for a glorious chicken recipe we all enjoyed. God Bless you both.Read more
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Amanda Matthews, NC 10-09-2009
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There's no chicken left!!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This is the BEST chicken ever! I made the sauce last night for the chicken and to also try the spicy baked beans as... well......this bbq sauce is PERFECT....I love it. Once the chicken was pulled off the grill it was GONE instantly..my husband and kids absolutely loved it. This recipe is a must...try it & you'll love it..guaranteed!!!!!!Read more
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Lisa Columbus, OH 09-26-2009
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Simply amazing.....
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I hardly ever review recipes, but this one warrants it! I first made this chicken sometime in June, using the entire recipe,... and it was flat out amazing. I was a bit worried about the Italian dressing marinade, as it seemed creamy compared to what I am used to for an italian dressing, but it all worked. What I have to say though is that this bbq sauce is so amazing that I have used it at least 5 times since then. I was initially skeptical about the flavor combinations, especially the lemon juice, but once it simmers for the hour and some change, it turns into the most delicious bbq sauce I think I have ever had! I use my own bbq rub on chicken and ribs, along with this sauce, and I have been told that the meat could stand on its own in any bbq competition. I do use slightly more brown sugar and cayenne, to bring the sweet and spicy contrast out a bit, otherwise I follow exactly. Understand that if you have alot of meat to sauce, you may need to double or triple the recipe, as it only makes a few scant cups once it simmers down. And you will want the extra sauce! Try this, you will NOT be disappointed!Read more
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Carri Soddy Daisy, TN 09-13-2009
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WOW ! :D
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

WOW! What else can I say, except that this is the best BBQ chicken ever. The flavor was just perfect. This will be my only... BBQ chicken recipe from now on. Thank you Neelys!Read more